Alarmed_Tutor

[email protected]

?>

2025-01-29 02:55:14

HELP… purchasing a viola for my wife

You can't just surprise her with one in a box; she absolutely needs to go to the shop and try them out to choose. Fortunately, since she's already played before, she may have some idea what size and sound she wants (there's huge variety and even a skilled player will have a very hard time choosing), so at least it might be a safe time to buy instead of renting like we normally advise to newcomers. But still borrow the viola for a few days on a trial first. Maybe even more than one to make up her mind.

1738127990
Beginning to understand this is a more personally involved process so I’ll be taking her shopping for hers. Although a surprise seemed nice I want to make sure it’s right

1738189120
She should be involved in the purchase in my opinion. She needs to try out a few to see how they feel and what she likes. Do the legwork of finding local shops or luthiers and take her out for the day.

1738119535
Excellent advice and I think this is the route we’ll go for sure

1738189069